This top of the line Miyabi knife is a dream in the kitchen.  It is made from the highest quality steel, SG2 and produces one of the sharpest blades in the market.  The core (the SG2 layer) is surrounded by a 100 extra layers of additional steel for protection.  Birchwood handle is comfortable and beautiful.  This knife requires a little bit of TLC - no dishwasher or leaving it in water.